Rural character with urban design

Most house hunters looking for that special property to call home look for a house with character, but with up-to-date modern comforts and conveniences, excellent decorative order and although with a rural aspect, be close to a town or village. Sherry FitzGerald Sherry in Dunshaughlin has what they believe is the ultimate property that fits such a description on the books. Bennetstown is a stone"s throw from Dunboyne, one of the few remaining genuine villages left within very easy commuting distance of Dublin, airport and M50, soon to be serviced with a new rail line, and where there"s a night link for city revellers. The property was an original cut stone cottage, which some five years ago was transformed and extended into a 3,000 square feet architect-designed family home. The use of natural light was a priority requirement stipulated by the present owners in the design of their home, and it has paid off dividends, as it"s swathed in brightness. One of the highlights of the house is the kitchen. The kitchen area incorporates a working kitchen with oil fired Rayburn, cream storage units with granite worktops, island unit, large dining and reading/television which boasts a vaulted ceiling measuring 7.2 metre fitted with glass panels for extra natural light. The entire original cottage has been transformed into a drawing room, which in turn has patio doors opening into the rose garden. The original footprints of windows and doors have been retained in the exposed cut stone walls to give a wonderful country and glamorous feel to this room - shuttered windows and fireplace complete this unique image. A second lounge occupies a mezzanine floor overlooking the reading area of the kitchen. With pitched ceiling measuring 4.35 metres, exposed beams and solid walnut flooring, it presents a very relaxing space in which to enjoy the evenings in front of the solid fuel burning fire. All four bedrooms are doubles with the master boasting a large walk-in wardrobe and en-suite. Outdoors, an enclosed tiled west facing patio with lighting and surround sound system is accessed from dining area through French doors, with a double garage, dog pound and small orchard all combining to complete this property. Sherry FitzGerald Sherry in Dunshaughlin is handling this sale with an asking price of €825,000. Contact (01) 8259 452.